Amys Collages and Other Scrap Stuff

Let’s Go For The Snow!

2012-01-19T16:00:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone I have a layout to share with you today. If you are a fan of SVG Cuts you may have already seen this on their FB page or blog. It is a layout I created for an SVG Cuts DT Project. I incorporated two fabulous Winter collections from SVGCuts into my layout and used the gorgeous Bo Bunny Snowfall papers.

Scrapbooks Etc just released the top 2012 trends for scrapbooking on their FB page and I incorporated a few techniques in the layout:

Use inks, mists and sprays to get “artsy”

Tie It Up by using twine on your layout.

Please stop by the SVG Cuts Blog to see more project details! Have a great weekend.

Weekend Crop Tips & Checklist

2012-01-13T10:49:00.000-08:00

As I am getting ready for my weekend crop next week thought I would share how I go about my planning process. With some careful pre-planning you can have a very fun & productive crop!

Send photos for printing. I try to narrow them down. I do one scrapbook per year so figure for most events you will only have room for 2-4 photos. In some cases you may do a 2 page layout so you’ll need a 4-8 for that. I use Snapfish for my photos. Don’t forget to order some 5x7’s for your pages or even 8x10’s!

After you get the photos back start to narrow those down even further - you can pass along extras to Grandmas or friends.

I like to plan things out so if you are doing a 2 page layout it falls on a left and right page. Not only are my scrap books in order but I must scrap them in order (just a little one of my super organized traits). Also gather up any other mementos for your layout - for example an invite, ticket stub, etc.

I use sketches alot - they are an easy blueprint to reference. They are usually pretty basic and a great starting point. Here is an example of sketch:

Here are a few of my favorite sketch sites:
Click on the image to go to the site.

ally scraps
See the sidebar for Debbie’s Sketches. Here is Debbie’s blog - worth a visit!

Get out your paper and pen and sketch out your page and write down some notes for journaling. It will help to think of things before the day of the crop. Also pick a title. If you are stumped on a title check out scrapbook.com for lots of great ideas.

Pull your papers for the page and put them into the folder. Don’t forget to include patterned papers along with some solids. If you stick to one line then you’ll be sure to match but does not hurt to mix and match too.

You could also cut any titles if you have time but if you take your cutter to the crop this isn't really necessary.

Check out magazines, blogs - you can always follow me if you like :) I also have a collection of scrapbook layouts on Pinterest. Even though you already have a good plan you can get ideas for techniques.

Check out this layout from my Pinterest Page ~ Scrapbook Layouts Board:

I am loving how the twine is strung thru the hearts
and may string it thru my banners that way.

This should be all the prework you will need to do!

Here is a checklist for what I bring to a crop.
Your list may be different but this is a good starting point if you don't have a list!

Have fun cropping! I'll share my finished Graduation Layout here and on my FB Page after my crop. Stop back by to check it out!

Wedding Favors

2012-01-12T02:00:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone, it’s that time of the year when young ladies get engaged and have to start planning for that special day. My friend’s niece is getting married in the fall and she asked me to do some wedding favor prototypes.

Here are a few simple boxes I created:

Here is the first box which features Vintage Poppies with Pearl Brads in Ivory.
I also used the Gradient Pearl Stickers.

The second box features the following Creative Charms products:
Vintage Pearl Brads ~ Grey Pearl
I cut the monogram along with the actual boxes on my Sizzix eclips using Ecal software.
The boxes are from SVG Cuts - the box is one piece that fits on a 12x12 mat.
They offered these for free at Christmas, aren’t they great?
Hopefully you picked these up while Mary & Leo offered them.

Here is the box open, it can fit plenty of goodies!
Papers are from BasicGrey - Little Black Dress line.

These boxes would also make a great birthday or party favor. Would be perfect for the wedding shower or the wedding day. Thanks for stopping by today and happy crafting!

Celeste's Birthday Blog Hop

2012-01-05T20:00:00.000-08:00

Welcome to Celeste’s Birthday Blog Hop!
What a great way to celebrate your birthday by hosting a blog hop.

Thank you to Celeste who invited me to join in on the fun!

If you are hopping over from Heather’s Blog you are in the right spot.

If you are new to my blog you may not know that I think “Inside the Box” and love creating Shadow Box Collages. I decided to make a shadowbox for the hop (It’s for Celeste - shhh! Don’t tell her).

I had some fun chipboard from K & Company that I picked up from Joanns to add as accents. Frame is also from Joanns (it’s 12x12). I design for SVG Cuts and the scallop shapes, butterflies, rosette, happy birthday and present are from SVG Cuts (they are one of the generous sponsors of the hop). Also used Creative Charms embellishments to accent.

I used my brand spanking new Sizzix eclips & Ecal Software to cut the elements. Check out the detail on the font (it’s called DecotoralCG-Inline) - I am loving my new Eclips!

A few closeups:

Your next stop on the hop is Melin’s Blog.

Thanks for joining in on the hop. Please leave a comment on each blog and Celeste will be selecting winners on Sunday from everyone’s blogs.

Happy Birthday Hoppin!

They Blinded Me With Science

2012-01-03T00:00:00.000-08:00

HAPPY 2012!

As Thomas Dolby states in his 1980's tune - They Blinded Me With Science. Every year my boys just amaze me with how much time and effort they put into the Science Fair at school. It is not mandatory to participate but they get so excited when the first flyer comes out. They even debate their projects all year long!

Here is a recent layout I did documenting the Science Fair:

Will just got glasses before this project and decided to do his on eyes and why some people need glasses. Eyeglass SVG from SVG Cuts ~ School Days SVG Kit.

Timmy loved the move "The Ant Bully" and was inspired by it and decided to do his project on Ants. I added an SVG from ~ Cheryl’s Cute Bugs SVG Kit. He made a giant ant out of paper mache, it was quite fun to create.

Here is a look at the title ~ Font is LD Red Hatter’s Hand. Added some Creative Charms Gradient Gems on my layout, including the title.

Thanks for stopping by today to check out my layout :)

Sarah at The Pink Cricut is having a Link Up Party ~ I'm going to share over there!

Merry Christmas

2011-12-25T09:52:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas to all my crafty friends!
I have not been crafting this month - my husband has been in the hospital since 12/9. :(
He is making some progress and hoping he comes home soon.

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas
and
a Happy New Year!

Catch you in 2012!

Christmas Tags

2011-12-08T04:00:00.000-08:00

I made a Matchbox with Tags as a gift for a crafty friend. The Creative Charms embellishments were the perfect touch and I used quite a few different ones on my tags.

Here is my box - it is a matchbox style. The poinsettia is embellished with Gradient Pearls. The box is from SVG Cuts Crisp Days of Fall Kit.

The box slides open and inside I have three tags perfect for Christmas gifts.

The first tag is my Santa Tag. I used Gradient Gems to accent the Santa image. Santa paper and background paper is from BoBunny.

The second tag is my Red & Green Tag. The Vintage Jewel Brads were a perfect fit for this tag. I did some embossing of the AC Cardstock.

Last but not least is my Snowman Tag. I used the Vintage Christmas Self-Adhesive Metal Frames for this one.
I cut the snowman along with all the other images on my Cricut using SCAL.
The snowman is actually a freebie from SVG Cuts.

These were so fun to put together - I think I may put together a bunch more as little gifts for crafty friends!

Dont' forget to check out the Creative Charms Blog for lots on holiday inspiration!

More Treats for School

2011-12-02T02:00:00.000-08:00

My son, Will, picked out mini candies for his classmates. I placed them in a bag and added a quick and easy tag. Made 22 of these in no time at all and we're all ready for the Christmas Party!

Here is a look:

I used Stamps from Punkin’ Patch Stamps ~ Holiday Traditions ~ for these along with their free Stampables. I imported the SVG for the Stampable into SCAL and cut a bunch of them:

I wanted to attach the stamped scallop shape to the bag and decided to do some work in SCAL.
I took the SVG from the Stampable and added a Shadow effect to it. (rounded 1.25) I then made a large circle using basic shapes and welded that to the scallop shape. I added a smaller circle inside the larger circle (do not weld this).

Here is what it looks like in SCAL:

Check to make sure it will cut okay by clicking Preview.

I cut these using AC Cardstock and adhered the stamped scallop on top and attached to the treat bag. Simple & Easy!

SVG Cuts & the Design Team have alot going on. Check out some of these giveways:

Visit Punkin' Patch Stamps on FB and enter to win the entire line of stamps!

Stop by Cheryl's Blog & enter to win an SVG Cuts Gift Card.

Check out her latest DT project while you are there.

Thienly has a fabulous DT Project coming out -

stop by her FB page to guess what inspired her.

Have a great weekend!

Creative Scrappers Sketch

2011-11-29T01:03:00.000-08:00

You may have been shopping on Black Friday...not me! I was cropping all day and finished up a bunch of 2011 layouts. I discovered a great sketch site called Creative Scrappers - they host challenges and provide lots of inspiration!

Here is my Zoo layout:

Here is a look at the sketch:

Here are a few closeups:

The cutout with the stars is from the SVG Cuts Party On Elm Street SVG Kit.
I added color paper behind them.

Papers are from Reminisce - Safari Collection.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Candy Cane Treats

2011-11-27T16:47:00.000-08:00

Well it is not even December and I already have the treats done for my sons’ classmates. Making treats for the class are one of my favorite things to do. I let my boys pick out what they wanted to give their classmates. My 6 year old son picked out these bright colored candy canes.

I decided to make some sleds using the candy canes as the runners. Here is a look at the cuts I used. I imported them into SCAL (Sure Cuts Alot). The sled is from SVG Cuts ~ Rockin Around the Christmas Tree SVG Collection. I used the base of the sled and also created a shadow version of it in SCAL. I imported the Stampable from the Holiday Tradition stamps from Punkin’ Patch Stamps.

I cut the shadow of the sled using some silver holographic paper. It had snowflakes and worked perfect!

Next I cut the sleds, tags and stampables. I used three different colors to match the candy canes.
I also picked out three different colors of twine from the Twinery.

I stamped my stampables using my Punkin’ Patch Stamps. I always cut extra just incase I mess up. Still mastering the art of stamping.

Next apply the stampables to the tags and attach the tags to the sled using the twine. Attach the sled to the sled base.

Next attach two candy canes to the bottom of each sled. I used wide packing tape to attach.

Punkin’ Patch Stamps is having a Cyber Monday Sale -Save 40% on your entire purchase and get FREE shipping if you buy two or more sets of stamps ~ Expires midnight Monday.
Stop by their website or FB page to find out more!

Stop back soon to check out what I did for my other son’s treats!

~Giveaways~

2011-11-25T17:37:00.001-08:00

Creative Charms has some great deals going on now.
Click here for more details.

They are also having a giveaway on their FB Page - stop by and leave a comment.

While you are on FB - stop by SVG Cuts FB Page to sign up for their Sizzix eclips giveaway.
You can enter every 24 hours.

Hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!
I spent the day at a Black Friday Crop at my local scrapbooking store, The Crop Shop.

I rarely run into anyone who uses SCAL at the crops
but there were two other SCAL users at the crop, how cool is that?

3D Ornament = FUN!

2011-11-23T04:00:00.000-08:00

I made this 3D Ornament for my sister-in-law. It was so darn fun to make! It is included in the latest kit from SVG Cuts ~ Spirits of Christmas Past.

I added a photo of my little great niece, Barb’s grand daughter and some ribbon and a Velvet Poppie from Creative Charms. Hmmm guess I will be making one for my other great niece too!

Must warn you...these 3D ornaments are so fun and easy...you may be making many of these too :) Going to enter the JUGS (Just Us Girls) Color Challenge for this one.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Spirits of Christmas Past

2011-11-19T11:39:00.000-08:00

Oh my - have you seen it? The latest Kit from SVG Cuts released last night is called Spirits of Christmas Past. When I viewed the video I could not decide which 3D item to make first!

Well since I am a big frame person could not wait to try the Framed Box. I took out the butterflies that were supplied and added in the gingerbread man and a tag at the bottom. I plan to give this to friends of ours who had a baby awhile back and include a gift card in the box. Might be able to fit some cute little socks too. So it is a frame and box all in one.

I used a stamp from Punkin’ Patch Stamps - Gingerbread Kisses. It was very easy picking out my ink color - had one called "Gingerbread".

The Gingerbread SVG is a freebie from SVG Cuts.
Click here to grab it.'
I used fellow DT Member, Cheryl’s technique with the white dots. It needed something and it was the perfect touch. My white pens never seem to work so I used white acrylic paint and applied with the flat side of a wooden skewer.

Here’s a look at the entire kit:

Click here or on the photo to take you to SVG Cuts.

Stop back soon to see my take on the 3D star ornament!

Happy Crafting!

Joy • Peace • Rejoice

2011-11-18T02:05:00.000-08:00

I had great fun crafting last weekend with the Creative Charms November Kit of the Month. Here is a shadowbox I created. The size is 8" x 8" which is perfect for all the wall or it can be displayed in one of the holders on a coffee table or on a kitchen counter. I picked up my frame and holder at Joanns.

The kit has plenty of goodies. I used the Vintage Poppies, Christmas Vintage Metal Frames, Christmas Twinkle Stickers and the green accent from the Red Fuzzy Daisy Medley.

Here are a few close ups:

I used my Cricut Expression to cut the paper piecings. I used Kits from SVG Cuts. The "JOY", snowflake and background shapes are from Merry & Bright Kit. The Santa is from Santa’s Visit SVG Kit. Paper are from BasicGrey ~ Jovial and solids are AC Cardstock. I also made a cute little tag to go along with my collage.

Start that Holiday Crafting & stop by the store and pick up the kit today! Don’t forget to follow the Creative Charms blog - the new DT is rockin’ it :)

SVG Cuts News

2011-11-15T16:48:00.000-08:00

Check out the SVG Cuts FB Page and enter for a chance to Win a Sizzix eclips!

I have one of these coming my way from SVG Cuts ~ everyone on the Design Team is getting one! Can you believe it?

Stop by on Friday ~ I have a Creative Charms DT Poject to share with you.

I am back!

2011-11-12T04:02:00.000-08:00

Some of you may know I have my own Photo Booth Business, Ham It Up! My best buddy and I take a photo booth to weddings, parties, reunions, etc and guests pick out props and go in to the booth and it takes 4 photos. Two strips print out - one for the guests and one goes in a scrapbook. I create the custom designed scrapbook to match the wedding theme & colors.

Well we have had a very busy fall wedding season. Just calculated if you lay out the pages I've done from September to November they would span over 1/8 of a MILE! Wow! I love it ~ I get paid to scrapbook.

Here are a few of my pages from a recent wedding. Also...I can tell you the {IN} color for this fall is eggplant. I think I have bought Joann's out of “eggplant” multiple times. Sorry if you were looking for that color :)

Now that I have a bit of a break in the action - I'll be catching up on all the great files SVG Cuts has released and start my holiday crafting!

Have a great weekend!

CC New DT

2011-11-03T02:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to all the new Creative Charms Design Team Members and welcome back to some of the currect DT Members. I am so happy to continue designing for Creative Charms. I sure do love the people and products of Creative Charms. Check out these very talented ladies’ blogs:

· Laura Evangeline - http://www.lauraevangeline.blogspot.com/

· Diane Campbell Payne - http://www.capadiadesign.com/

· Ellen Panseri - http://scrapstampnmama.blogspot.com/

· Kristal Andrew - http://www.gettingcricky.com/

· Lisa Dorsey - http://lisadorsey.blogspot.com/

· Theresa Harris - http://www.thescrapbookingqueen.com

· Liz Chidester - http://www.thescrappiest.blogspot.com/

· Erin Schreiner - http://www.erinleecreative.com/

· Joanna Bandelin - http://scrap-making.blogspot.com/

· Erika Taylor - http://www.taylordconcepts.blogspot.com/

· Aymee Gandy - http://www.southernbellescrapper.blogspot.com/

Now for the November Kit & Deal of the Month...

November Kit of the Month

Each 42 piece kit contains:

Christmas Twinkle Stickers - 10 Pieces
Christmas Vintage Metal Frames - 6 Pieces
Red Fuzzy Daisy Medley - 2 Pieces
Green Braided Daisy Medley - 4 Pieces
Red Braided Daisy Medley - 4 Pieces
Forest Green Vintage Poppies - 8 Pieces
Red Vintage Poppies - 8 Pieces
Yours for a special price of $14.99

November Deal of the Month

This month's 138 piece deal contains:
Red & Green Vintage Jewels - 12 Pieces
Holiday Gradient Gem Stickers - 76 Pieces
18" Red Vintage Velvet Ribbon
18" Green Wide Fancy Polka Dot Ribbon
18" Red Wide Fancy Polka Dot Ribbon
Green Gradient Gem Brads- 12 Pieces
Red Gradient Gem Brads - 12 Pieces
Red Vintage Gem Brads - 9 Pieces
Red Pure Blossoms - 14 Pieces
Yours for a special price $6.99.

Now for the giveaway! Creative Charms is giving away the November Kit of the Month. To enter go to their Facebook page & leave a comment. Winners will be announced on Monday, November 7th. Good Luck!

CC Blog Hop Winner

2011-10-30T15:40:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who stopped by on the Creative Charms Fall Blog Hop! Your comments were so nice and they really made my weekend! Now down to the serious stuff...

Sammie my soon to be one year old Terrier Mix
is going to announce the winner of my giveaway:

The winner of my giveaway is:

smyiow said...: I love all your fun treat projects! Super cute job!
my-o-scrappin.blogspot.com; Looks like smyiow is a scrapper - yah! and those Creative Charms are going to look great on her Christmas layouts.

Congrats & Happy Halloween Everyone!

CC Fall Blog Hop

2011-10-28T06:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the Creative Charms Fall Blog Hop!

If you are hopping over from Laura’s Blog you’re in the right place.
If you are just dropping by and want to start at the beginning,
start at the Creative Charms Blog.

I have a Halloween project to share with you. I put together special gifts for my sons’ teachers and created these tubs to hold everything. Each tub holds some comfy socks, candy, popcorn and a Target Gift Card so they can pick up a scary movie if they like. I also included a treat for their puppy. I added some clear wrap, bow & a tag to package it all up.

a closeup:

Once again my fellow SVG Cuts DT member Thienly, inspired me. Check out her movie theme Halloween party here. I sized the popcorn tub down a bit to accommodate the contents.

I used Vintage Jewel Brads, Vintage Halloween Self-Adhesive Metal Frames, & Gradient Gems from Creative Charms.

I used SVG Cuts Summer Blockbuster SVG Kit to create the tub - cut on my Cricut using SCAL. Stamps are from Punkin' Patch Stamps. Papers from Midnight Spell by DCWV.

Are you ready for your Christmas Crafting? How about a giveaway? Please follow me and leave me a comment before Sunday at 6pm. Plus you’ll have a chance to win one of the random Creative Charms giveaways by leaving a comment on my blog.

Your next stop is....

Ellen - http://www.scrapstampnmama.blogspot.com/

Happy Hopping & Happy Crafting!

Let the Christmas Crafting Begin!

2011-10-27T15:01:00.001-07:00

Are you ready to start your Christmas Crafting? SVG Cuts just released a fabulous Kit - The Gingerbread Village SVG Kit. The Free Gift with purchase of $9.98 or more between now and Wed. Nov 2nd.

Did you see the latest freebie from SVG Cuts? I'm thinking this little guy might be in my top 10 fav freebies. Stop by the SVG Cuts blog and pick him up!

Don't forget to stop by tomorrow for the Creative Charms Fall Blog Hop. I have a project to share plus a great red & green giveaway. Hop Starts Here!

Fall Blog Hop

2011-10-25T14:00:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone...mark your calendars! Creative Charms is having a Fall Blog hop this Friday, October 28th. I am sure it will be a blast and there will lots of Creative Charms goodies up for grabs!

Chris’ Kit

2011-10-24T04:00:00.000-07:00

Chris' Kit

Pink 3D Sparkly Butterfly Garden Brads - 12 Pieces
Pink Sunflowers - 4 Pieces
Violet Vintage Jewels - 12 Pieces
Pink Vintage Jewels - 12 Pieces
White with Pink Sparkled Flowers - 6 Pieces
Pink Sparkled Butterflies - 2 Pieces
Pink Sequin & Felt Flowers - 3 Pieces
Pink Sheer Flowers - 6 Pieces
Sale: $9.99 - Original: $23.21 - 57 Pieces

This week and next Creative Charms is helping to raise breast cancer awareness. Now through October 31st all net proceeds of all sales will go to the Susan Koman Foundation in Chris Hertel's name. To help raise breast cancer awareness we are offering a pink kit in honor of Chris.

Chris was a dear friend and colleague with Creative Charms. She was our designer for the catalog and packaging. Last July Chris lost her battle with breast cancer. She left behind a loving and dedicated husband and two fabulous children along with her two dogs. Her family was her joy and inspiration. The net proceeds from all sales will go to the Susan Koman Foundation to help find a cure for this terrible disease so that no other families will lose their wives and mothers (Chris' wish).

______________________

I have chatted online with Chris but unfortunately I never got the opportunity to meet Chris in person. She lived in the next town over from me. I followed her blog and her wonderfully creative work. Thank you to Creative Charms for your generosity!

Introducing Stampables

2011-10-23T11:22:00.001-07:00

So SVG Cuts and Punkin’ Patch Stamps are both owned by the wonderful Leo & Mary. They created the perfect combination....Stampables. You may be asked what are Stampables? Well I did a little project with stampables and here is how I did it.

Step 1 ~ I cut the candy wrappers from the latest SVG Cuts Kit ~ Party On Elm Street. I adjusted the size slightly to hold two Kit Kats instead of just one. Papers by DCWV Midnight Spell.

Step 2 ~ Got out my Trick or Treat Stamps from Punkin’ Patch Stamps and figured out which ones would fit nicely on my candy wrappers. Also got out my ink & blocks.

Step 3 ~ Imported my Free Stampable SVGs into SCAL and cut my AC Cardstock. I always cut extra - I am new to stamping and don’t have my technique perfected.

Step 4 ~ Stamped my paper.

Step 5 ~ Attached my stamped cutouts to my candy wrappers with some foam tape. And here is my final product.

Thanks for stopping by!

Sammie Could Not Resist Them!

2011-10-19T01:06:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone - I have a fun Halloween Treat project to share with you today. I made these Halloween Crackers for son’s classmates. I was inspired by Thienly, my fellow SVG Cuts DT Member and fabulous crafter, here is her version. I made them slightly smaller to fit my candy perfectly.

I made little tags for each cracker and had a blast embellishing with Creative Charms. I used Vintage Halloween Self-Adhesive Metal Frames, Gradient Gems, Vintage Brads and Vintage Jewels to name a few.

Papers are from the DCWV Midnight Spell Stack and Stamps are from Punkin Patch Stamps ~ Trick or Treat. I created SVGs and cut on my Cricut using SCAL so the stamps fit perfect. I am new to stamping and loving it so far! Cracker file is from SVG Cuts.

My doggie Sammie, the soon to be one year old terrier mix, decided to partake on one my crackers - thank goodness I caught him before he digested any Creative Charms or Cow Tales (that is the candy inside). I do however have to make just one more before the Halloween party. Hope the kiddos like them as much as my four legged son did!

Thanks for stopping by today --- Please stop on over to my very talented friend Mel’s Blog In Love With A Bug - she is having a Creative Charms Giveaway today that you don't want to miss!

Happy Craftin'!

Who doesn't love a party?

2011-10-17T14:54:00.000-07:00

Have you seen the latest Kit from SVG Cuts? I can not wait to make each and every item in this kit! Check out the Party on Elm Street SVG Kit. Stop by Wednesday for some super cute Halloween Treats I made for my son’s class.

I'm on Pinterest now - come along and follow me! I have found some great Halloween Inspiration and having fun pinning!

Halloween Treat Boxes

2011-10-05T01:01:00.000-07:00

I had great fun playing with the Creative Charms Deal of the Month this weekend. I made these treat boxes for my boys’ teachers. They were so easy to make I may create these for all the kids in the class. I sure have plenty of Creative Charms elements left over from my Deal of the Month to create a bunch.

These boxes are a perfect size ~
4.75" wide x 1.75" deep x 4.25" high

Here is my Trick or Treat Box:

The Boo Box:

And the Fright Night Box:

Here are the details:

Box is from SVG Cuts ~ Lunch With Mom SVG Kit ~ Small Gable Box
Stamps from Punkin’ Patch Stamps - Trick or Treat Stamps
Papers from DCWV ~ Midnight Spell

Embellishments from Creative Charms ~ October Deal of the Month

Thanks for stopping by!

Perfect for your Oct Projects

2011-10-03T13:32:00.000-07:00

Check out these great Creative Charm’s Products for your October Projects. I just finished up some treat boxes using the Deal of The Month and will sharing with you on Wednesday.

Creative Charms is having a giveaway - just need to follow their blog & leave a comment on the Happy October Post on their blog.

October Kit of the Month

Each 102 piece kit contains:

Fall Seasonal Sparkles - 21 Pieces
Halloween Vintage Metal Frames - 6 Pieces
Halloween Twinkle Stickers - 12 Pieces
Orange Braided Daisy Medley - 4 Pieces
Orange Groovy Petal Medley - 8 Pieces
Purple Sparkled Flowers - 6 Pieces
Purple Itsy Glitsy - 45 Pieces

Yours for a special price of $14.99

October Deal of the Month

This month's 244 piece deal contains:

Fall Medley - 14 Pieces
Purple Pure Blossoms - 14 Pieces
Orange 3D Sparkly Garden Butterfly Medley - 12 Pieces
Black Fancy Polka Dot Brads - 4 Pieces
Purple Twinkle Gems - 12 Pieces
Amber Vintage Jewels - 12 Pieces
Violet Vintage Jewels - 12 Pieces
Purple Gradient Gem Brads - 12 Pieces
Purple Gradient Gem Stickers - 76 Pieces
Amber Gradient Gem Stickers - 76 Pieces

Yours for a special price $6.99.

Celeste's Link Up For Pink

2011-09-25T10:30:00.000-07:00

My friend Celeste and a few other talented ladies are hosting a Link Up For Pink Party. Please head on over to Celeste's Blog for all the details!

Spooktacular!

2011-09-24T09:12:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone - I had a blast participating in the DCWV Sketch Challenge last time and my Family Reunion Layout made top 10! I won the random drawing and received some great DCWV products in the mail the other day - can never have a enough paper right?

So I decided to play along again.
Here is my SPOOKTACULAR Layout:

Here is the Sketch (You can play along here):

I incorporated some of the new Punkin’ Patch Stamps (little monsters) in my layout:

I created a little mask and stamped the tickets
with the cute vampire stamp from little monsters:

Recipe:
Papers from DCWV ~ Tattered Time & Midnight Spell
Stamps from Punkin’ Patch Stamps ~ Little Monsters Spooktacular
Title is a font called Mona Lisa cut on my Cricut using SCAL
Star & Moon from SVG Cuts - Spooky Silhouettes SVG Collection
Swirly from SVG Cuts ~ Jacquelyn's Swirlies SVG Collection
Scallop Journals from SVG Cuts - Rosie's Ribbon Strips
Embellishment from Creative Charms ~ Gradient Gems & Vintage Halloween Self-Adhesive Metal Frames

Thanks for stopping by today!

Ring Giveaway

2011-09-23T02:14:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone - head on over to my friend Mandie’s blog before 9/24 - she is giving away this beautiful ring!

While you are there check out her awesome photography! Some day when she is super famous I’ll say (and now you can say)...hey I know her!

Have a fabulous weekend!

Creative Charms DT Call

2011-09-22T01:52:00.000-07:00

I love being on the Creative Charms Design Team - They are having a DT Call.

Here are the details:

Details: Creative Charms is looking for self-motivated and creative designers to design projects twice a month for the Creative Charms blog. This position will begin on November 1^st with a three-month initial contract. Design team members are compensated with $30/month of Creative Charms products.

We are looking for designers that meet the following criteria:

· have an active personal blog with a following of at least 100 members

· be active on Facebook and at least 2 other “gallery” sites (2peas, CK, etc)

· able to work within a short time frame

· able to post at least twice a month on the Creative Charms blog

· creative in scrapbooking, card making and altered projects

· previous design team experience (preferred but not required)

· published in print magazines (preferred but not required)

To apply please send the following:

· name and mailing address (US mailing addresses only)

· link to your personal blog

· links to any design team that you currently serving

· three (3) photos of your best original projects or link to on-line gallery

· list of all design teams that you have been a member

· list of published works (date/publication)

Please send all applications to midori@creativecharms.com with the Subject: Design Team Call before October 10^th. The Design Team will be announced by October 15^th.

Quote Collage

2011-09-21T01:04:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone - Between my 13 wedding scrapbooks for my photobooth business (Ham It Up) I found some time to create this collage for a friend of mine at work.

We were in a class together and we had to come up with our life's mission. Here is hers - it is from a song - not sure of the artist. The frame is a 5x7 so perfect for on her desk or end table at home.

A few closeups:

I used the Creative Charms Kit of the Month for this project. The braided daisies matched the fancy pants paper perfectly. The vintage brad & gradient pearls are not part of the kit but they are Creative Charms as well. Twine is from the Twinery. I printed out the wording on my printer using the font Hallmark.

Here is a look at the entire kit and info on it’s contents:

Pink & Black - 26 Piece Kit of the Month

Each Kit Contains:

Pink Groovy Petal Medley - 8 Pieces
Pink Braided Daisy Medley - 4 Pieces
Pink Sequin Trimmed Butterfly - 2 Pieces
Black Sparkled Butterfly - 4 Pieces
Black & White Netted Flower - 4 Pieces
Black & Silver Dotted Leaf - 4 Pieces

Everything for Only $ 14.99

Big shout out to my online friend that goes by Cricut Critter. She makes me chuckle when she calls me the Queen of Collages. So hoping you are not getting tired of these collages...as I am not getting tired of making them! The Queen is signing off...:)

Punkin Patch Stamps Is Live!

2011-09-20T11:19:00.001-07:00

Like to stamp or interested in stamping? Head on over to the new Punkin’ Patch Stamps site. Click the link or click the banner on my sidebar.

Leo & Mary from SVG Cuts have opened up an online store specializing in stamps.

These are not just any stamps...they are well-designed high quality stamps. The typestyles and illustrations are created by professionals. I'm a stickler on fonts and these are just perfect! They have Halloween, Fall & Christmas stamps available and more to come!

Here are a few of my favorites:

I am looking forward to incorporating these into my upcoming projects.

SVG Cuts announced three new DT Members this week:

Welcome Tamara from Happy Life Crafty Wife
Welcome to Thienly from Mod Paperie
& A Warm Welcome to Cely from Creating In Carolina.

I've worked and know these ladies for quite some time and they are just so talented!

Cricutholics Guest Designer

2011-09-18T11:13:00.000-07:00

Awhile back Liz over at Cricutholics asked me be a guest designer over on their site. I shared my take out boxes back in late January and now I am back with some Wedding Invitation Collages.

These are so fun to make and everyone that's received one of these just love them. You can customize your wedding invite collages to match the theme and style of the wedding.

This first one has a rustic feel. I grabbed some twigs off my tree outside (thanks Kristin for the idea - she used them on a recent DT Project) and the leaves are from Joanns. The background scallop shape is from SVG Cuts and I cut it on my Cricut. I use foam core to layer the elements - it is inexpensive and adds alot of dimension.

a closeup:

On this one I used the colors of the invite and wedding and worked in the colors of the bouquet. The corners are accented with Creative Charms. Papers are from DCWV. I picked up the flowers are Joanns - K&Company - they matched perfectly!

a closeup:

Thanks for taking a look and stop over to the Cricutholics Site!
Stop back on Wednesday ~ have a Creative Charms Project to share.

Black & Gold

2011-09-06T22:10:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone - Amy here and I have a perfect gift for a wedding! Take the invitation and drop it into a 12x12 shadowbox. Add embellishments from Creative Charms & Paper and here you have it!

Here are a few closeups:

I used the following Creative Charms products:

3D Vintage Brads - Antique Flower Medley - Accenting corners
Gradient Pearl Stickers Black - Various Sizes to accent top & bottom
Gradient Pearl Stickers - Center of Flowers

Thanks for stopping by today!

Congrats I Have A Winner!

2011-09-05T15:53:00.000-07:00

Hope you enjoyed the Scrumptious Sweet Blog Hop as much as I did. It was so much fun hopping to the next site to see what Sweet Project was up next. It was such an honor to be in the hop with such talented ladies.

Thanks to everyone who joined in the hop and entered my giveaway. It is such great fun to share my work and thank you so much for all the wonderful comments!

Here is the winner of my giveaway:

Amy E - I will be sending you an email.
Thanks again to everyone who stopped by!

Scrumptious Sweet Blog Hop

2011-09-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the Scrumptious Sweet Blog Hop. Thank you to Yolie for letting me participate in your hop. This is my second ever hop so hoping I get this right. :)

If you were stopping in and want to join in the hop start go back to Angie’s Blog. (She is the stop before me.)

I made this shadowbox collage for the hop. If you are regular you know I am always working the shadowbox and if you are new to my blog then give one a try. I pick them up at Joanns or Michaels.

Click for a closer look.

This collage is 19" x 9" - Frame from Joanns - I use SCAL and design for SVG Cuts . I used the following SVG files:

Strawberry A Freebie from 1/6/2010
Cake Plate & Candy & Lollipop from An Afternoon At Aunt Elaine’s SVG Collection
Sundae & Cupcake from Cheryl’s Sweet Treats Mini SVG Collection
I Heart U from Valentine Wrappers SVG Kit
Large Photo Frame from Simple Simon Square Cuts
Outside Border from Rosie’s Ribbon Strips SVG Collection

I also design for Creative Charms and used their embellishments on this project along with twine from the Twinery. Paper is AC Cardstock.

Want some goodies? I am giving away a $20 gift certificate.

your choice
or
(AC Cardstock, Cuttlebug Folders, DCWV Paper and more! Sorry, they do not ship overseas).

Please follow if you like and leave me a comment.
I will select a winner on Monday, September 5th.

Thanks for stopping by today and now you are off to Amy V’s blog .

p.s. Happy Birthday to Tammy - she is in on the hop - a SCAL & SVG Cuts user!

Creative Charms

2011-09-02T15:07:00.000-07:00

Check out the Kit and Deal of the Month from Creative Charms!

September Kit of the Month

Each 26 piece kit contains:

Pink Groovy Petal Medley - 8 Pieces
Pink Braided Daisy Medley - 4 Pieces
Pink Sequin Trimmed Butterflies - 2 Pieces
Black Sparkled Butterflies - 4 Pieces
Black & White Netted Flower - 4 Pieces
Black & Silver Dotted Leaf - 4 Pieces

Yours for a special price of $14.99

September Deal of the Month

This month's 235 piece deal contains:

Black Gradient Gem Stickers - 76 Pieces
Black Gradient Pearl Stickers - 76 Pieces
Pink Vintage Pearl Brads - 9 Pieces
Pink Vintage Jewels - 12 Pieces
Violet Vintage Jewels - 12 Pieces
Pink Sequin Flowers - 6 Pieces
Pink Gem Garden - 12 Pieces
Pink Pure Blossom - 14 Pieces
Pink Spring Medley - 18 Pieces

Yours for a special price $6.99.

This weekend they are going to be giving away the September Deal of the Month. To enter be a follower of their blog and like their Facebook page. Then leave a comment on both their Facebook page and the blog posting Happy September. You have until Sunday night. Good Luck!

Stop back tomorrow for the blog hop - I have a giveaway and a “sweet” project to share!

Blog Hop Coming Up

2011-08-30T16:14:00.000-07:00

Hi there - hope your week is going great. I am looking forward to a blog hop I am participating in on Saturday. Please check back for my "sweet" project! Plus I'll be having a giveaway for all the hoppers.

Here’s a little sneak peek! :)

More Back to School

2011-08-26T02:12:00.001-07:00

Head on over to the SVG Cuts Blog to check out my latest DT Project. A perfect back to school gift for your teachers!

Happy Friday everyone and have a great weekend.

Back to School

2011-08-24T01:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone - we started back to school this week. I made this cute little school house for a teacher friend of mine. It features Creative Charms goodies ~ check out their blog for all the details.

The schoolhouse is from SVG Cuts - School Days SVG Kit. It was so incredibly easy to cut and assemble!

Stop back soon - I have more Back To School Goodies to share. Have an SVG Cuts Design Team project that I made for my sons’ teachers.

If you have little (or big) ones heading back to school - hope it is a great experience!

Cheryl's Giveaway

2011-08-20T09:35:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone - head on over to one of my fellow SVG Cuts Design Team Member’s Blog - Cheryl is having a giveaway. Just leave a comment on her flamingo card post. Check out her latest creation - isn't it fun?

Stop by soon for some back to school projects I've been working on!!

Contest Winner

2011-08-11T02:00:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who entered my contest.
And the winner is.....

Therese said...: I think it's the Peony Cottage set...maybe a haunted house???
www.taragona.blogspot.com

No one guessed the set so I put everyone in a random drawing - I used the Taylor’s Team SVG Collection for my latest project. My niece needed a baby name collage for a shower. I checked out the registry online and here is what a saw:

Don't you just love the colors & design of this room? I went to work and searched out the perfect SVG Cuts Collection and Taylor’s Team was a perfect match. I used AC Cardstock from Pumpkin Cart Crafts and did not add a whole lot of embellishments - just a bit of twine. The space on the right is for the baby-to-be’s photo.

This collage came together quite nicely - got it all done in less than 2 hours!

Here is my collage along with a few closeups:

I used lots of foam core in between the layers to add dimension. The frame is from Michaels - it is 12x12.

Thanks again to everyone who played along and I'll be sending you your SVG Cuts $10 gift certificate Therese!

It’s All About the Family

2011-08-10T03:45:00.000-07:00

We recently got together for our Family Reunion. I created this layout to capture the fun of the day. Also featured the oldest and youngest members of the family on my layout.

I went Cricut-less for this project (I know not like me!) I used lots of stitching and the Creative Charms Deal of Month from May (Sparkling Garden of Delight) for this layout. All the Kits & Deals of the Month are 10% Off.

I used papers from DCWV Green Stack for this layout. I cut the flower from patterned paper to add as an accent. Here are a few closeups:

Isn't the little owl cute? And love how the Creative Charms are the perfect accent.

DCWV is having a sketch challenge over on their blog and I'm going to play along. Sketch is from Susan at Sketch Savvy.

Thanks for stopping by today and don't forget to enter my contest before the end of today. Winner will be announced Thursday. See my prior post for the details.

Fun In The Sun!

2011-08-09T16:00:00.000-07:00

Check out my latest SVG Cuts Design Team Project. All the details can be found here.

Don't forget to enter my FUN Contest!! (on my previous post) Enter your guess by Wednesday 8pm and I'll pick a winner. Even if I don't have a correct guess will be putting everyone in a hat and will do a random drawing.

A Fun Contest!

2011-08-07T11:01:00.000-07:00

I’m up to 380 followers and thought I would have a contest! Just guess which SVG Cuts Collection I’m creating with right now and I'll send you a...

$10 SVG Cuts Gift Certificate!

Contest ends Wednesday, August 10th, 8pm. Ok to guess what someone else may have guessed. Will enter all correct guesses in a random drawing. Winner will be announced Thursday 8/11. I'll share my project with you then.

Want to follow me on Facebook? Click here for the link.

Collage with 3D Flowers

2011-08-04T02:00:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone - I did this collage awhile back and when I recently saw the re-release of SVG Cuts 3D Flowers Part 1 and the JUGS Challenge thought I would post it. The challenge is to create a project using fabric.

This was my first time trying the 3D flowers from SVG CUTs and they were so fun to make. The purple flowers are the Begonia flower from the collection - it was a close match to the flower in the bouquets.

I made the orange flower buds from the actual bridesmaid's dress material and the calla lily is a silk flower from Michaels.

I struggled a bit with the orange and purple color combo - I think the Creative Charms Vintage Brads and gradient gems on my hydrangea helped to tie it all together.

Check out Mary's video here on how to assemble the 3D Flowers. Here is photo of the Kit:

Have a great day!

Check out the Creative Charms Blog!

2011-08-02T15:22:00.000-07:00

Just a quick note to tell you Creative Charms has their Kits & Deals of the Month on sale - 10% Off.
Head on over to the blog and check them out plus enter the giveaway over on the blog!

Happy Crafting!

My Beach Bums

2011-08-01T11:00:00.000-07:00

Head on over to SVG Cuts to check out my design team project. All the details on how I took an 8x10 photo of my beach bums, some great SVG Cuts files and shells and created this shadowbox frame. 12x12 frame from Joanns.

Here are a few closeups:

Aarrgh!

2011-07-31T04:00:00.000-07:00

Ahoy Mateys! I have a pirate themed invite to share with you today. Every year we have an Adult Cousin’s Party and all the first cousins and their adult kids come.

I started with the PDF of this treasure map from Disney Family Fun - it is a free printable. I took the map into Photoshop and added texture & shading.

I then added the wording: Check out this site - has pirate phrases - I stole a few.

Finished it off with an eye patch cut on my Cricut from SVG Cuts. There is entire Kit called Pirate Birthday Party SVG Kit. It has lots of goodies and I plan to make some items for my Cousin’s Party.

Summertime!

2011-07-29T01:00:00.000-07:00

I've been super busy since getting back from vacation. I did find some time to make these Summertime ATCs for the SVG Cuts Forum Swap .

I used shells I gathered from the beach. Unfortunately I did not bubble wrap them when I sent and Beth got a crushed shell in her envelope :( . Lesson learned...next time use the bubble wrap.

Now for the details. I used SVG Cuts Tropical Friends Collection . I also used Creative Charms Gradient Gems, Vintage Jewel Brads & Gradient Pearl Stickers. Twine is from The Twinery.

Here is a quick card I made using the SVG Cuts Tropical Friends Collection .

I am keeping my summertime vibe going even though I am not on the beach collecting shells.

Have a great weekend!

It's A Nice Day For A White Wedding

2011-07-16T03:11:00.000-07:00

If you are regular here you know I design for SVG Cuts and Creative Charms. Well both have something in common this month.

SVG CUTS is hosting a Wedding Challenge over on the forum. The most talented Fleurette is hosting this one. Did you see her fabulous wedding card gift box? Here are the details on her design team project.

Creative Charms has a Dream Garden Wedding Mini Kit this month. Look at these goodies for $6.99.

So if you are working on some wedding themed projects check out the challenge and great products!

Have a fabulous weekend!

BW Collage with Bright Flowers

2011-07-15T02:13:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone - I have a wedding invitation collage to share with you today. The invitation is black and white with teal accents. I also incorporated the colorful wedding party flowers in the shadowbox frame.

I thought I would incorporate Creative Charms Gradient Gems (Black & White) to tie in the flowers into the black & white theme of the invitation. It not only accents the flowers but also added them in varying sizes to the scallop I cut on the Cricut. Scallop is from SVG Cuts - Cruising Caravan Scrapbook Pages SVG Kit. Flowers are from Martha Stewart Crafts.

Here is a closeup:

Have you dropped by the Creative Charms Blog lately? Have a great weekend. Thanks for stopping by today!

Happy Birthday at the beach

2011-07-13T17:37:00.001-07:00

Hi Everyone - I've been away for awhile - we spent 10 days at the beach and had a great time. Love summer vaca!

Every year we celebrate my husband's bday at the beach. I made him a gift card/candy bar holder for his bday. The candy bar holder is freebie from SVG Cuts - grab it here if you haven't already done so.

Here's the outside:

And here is the inside:

Have you seen the new SVG Cuts blog? It is rockin!

Baby Mini Album

2011-06-28T15:53:00.001-07:00

Check out my latest SVG Cuts Design Team Project.

Head on over to the

SVG Cuts Blog for all the details and leave me some love over there!

ATC & Scrap Swap

2011-06-24T02:00:00.000-07:00

Here are some ATCs I made for the recent Patriotic Swap over on the SVG Cuts Forum. They are so funny & easy to make. I did a red white & blue layout recently and cut some extra stuff for these ATCs. A Summer ATC Swap is slated for the next go around - join in the fun over on the forum!

I hosted a Scrap Swap over on the SVG Cuts Forum. We swapped a 3D Paper Piecing, Journal Paper Piecing, 24" - 36" piece of coordinating Ribbon. I got a bit carried away and did several 3D Paper Piecings :) These are for Celeste - she requested red & purple for her 11 year old daughter. I am friends with Celeste and even incorporated her daughter's name. Hope she likes them.

Hoping everyone enjoys the scrap swap this go around and hoping to do another one soon!

JUGS Challenge

2011-06-21T16:53:00.000-07:00

Hey all - did this quick card for my niece. Got some color inspiration for the JUGS Challenge this week.

I used the Lever card from SVG Cuts - it is from the Peony Cottage SVG Kit. If you haven't picked this one up you should! SVG Cuts is having a sale now-ends today! Finished it off with some twine from The Twinery (check out there Summer Fun Giveaway before Friday) & Gradient Gems from Creative Charms. Patterned paper is from DCWV - Green stack. Matched my color sheme perfectly.

Check out the cool color combo:

Thanks for stopping by!

Tip of the Week - Shadows In SCAL

2011-06-18T04:58:00.000-07:00

Kim sent me an email and asked me how I created the shadow for my Dad's Day Candy Bar Wrapper. It is the shadow I cut in cream card stock. So here's a tutorial on how to do it!

Step 1 - Import both SVG Cuts files. You can get them free from here.

Step 2 - Click on each image and hit break apart. Delete the "a" from the top one and the "R" from the bottom image.

Step 3 - Select the bottom image and move it up on top of the upper image. Select both images by drawing a box around both. Then select WELD.

Step 4 - Select Shadow - Pointy - 2.0. It will look strange but...

Step 5 - ...Hit Preview and you will see the final cut.

Cut Away! Hope this helps Kim and others. Have a great weekend.

Break out the Red White & Blue

2011-06-16T02:00:00.000-07:00

This month I had so much fun playing with Creative Charms June Kit of the Month - $14.99 (73+ Pieces).

I made a Scrapbook page to capture our trip to the Memorial Day Parade. We love going to the parade every year and enjoy spending time with friends of our family.

I used a sketch from Practical Scrappers - Lots of inspiration on their blog - check them out!

Here are a few closeups:

Along with the Creative Charms also used elements I cut on the Cricut using SCAL and SVG Cuts files. I used elements from Uncle Sams Extravaganza Part I & Part II. Papers are from DCWV The Green Stack and solids are AC Cardstock.

I also made this Uncle Sam Hat. The top pulls off and works perfect for goodies inside. It is from the Made In The USA SVG Kit.

Thanks for stopping by!

Father's Day

2011-06-14T15:11:00.000-07:00

With Father's Day approaching I whipped up a Father's Day card for my son's godfather. I used the Candy Bar Wrapper that was offered on the SVG Cuts Blog. You can grab it here if you don't already have it.

I also used the title from SVG Cuts - another freebie from 6/16/10. Finished it off with some twine from The Twinery.

I inserted a large candy bar and a gift card.

Stop back on Thursday for a few red white & blue projects for Creative Charms.

Caitlin Baby Name Collage

2011-06-12T07:00:00.000-07:00

I have not done a baby name collage in quite some time. This one was really fun. Baby to be's room has gingam, butterflies in greens, yellows, reds and white.

Here are a few closeups - first one features the SVG Cuts freebie pinwheel from 5/3/10. It was really fun to make.

And love how these scallop strips turned out at the bottom. They are from SVG Cuts Rosies Ribbons.

Finished off with some Creative Charms ribbon, gradient gems and brads.

Squirt Gun Party

2011-06-10T02:00:00.000-07:00

Here are some quick bday invites I made for my son's 8th birthday. He is having a pool squirt gun party this Sunday. Wish me luck - hope I survive!

Squirt Gun is a Freebie from SVG Cuts from 6/30/2010.

I am so excited - just won a digi kit from Dream Big Designs. If you are a digi scrapper check out this wonderful blog!

Christmas in June?

2011-06-07T16:45:00.000-07:00

Christmas in June??

Head on over to the SVG Cuts Blog to check out my
take on the Peony Cottage SVG Kit.

Amy

Dad's Day Card

2011-06-06T16:07:00.000-07:00

Here is a quick card I made for my husband - he is getting new golf clubs for Dad's Day. I used SVG Cuts All About Dad SVG Kit. (Between NOW and Tuesday, June 7th 2011, get it as a Free Gift with your purchase of $9.98 or more!)

I let me my boys pick out which card we should make for Dad.

I am entering this in the Pink By Design Challenge. Check it out here.

Have a great week!

Gift Card Bouquet by Erin

2011-06-05T08:18:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone - check out this take on the Gift Card Bouquet by Erin. Isn't it cute? I like it better than the one I made. Love how she kept the white flowers and added the smaller color ones. Her embossing adds alot too.

Head on over to Erin's blog to check out her creations!

Challenge, Swap & Creative Charms

2011-06-04T06:10:00.000-07:00

These are the final days to join in on the challenge over at SVGCuts.com! Get your free files if you haven't already, create a "Sweet Treat" before June 5th and enter it to win! Check out all the cool creations so far, get inspired and join in on the fun! Here is the free SVG available:

I am hosting a swap over on the SVG Cuts Forum. You have to enter before 6/10/11 so head on over and sign up. It is a scrap swap and we are swapping:

1) 3D Paper Piecing
2) Journal Paper Piecing
3) 24" - 36" piece of coordinating Ribbon

Here is an example photo of what is involved. Should be fun!

Creative Charms has some really cute products in the Deal of the Month & Kit of the Month for June. Check them out:

June Kit of the Month - $14.99 (73+ Pieces)

Red, White & Blue for You (Regular Price $25.56)

· Blue Flared Flowers – 4 Pieces

· Blue Braided Daisy Medley – 4 Pieces

· Red Braided Daisy Medley – 4 Pieces

· Blue Felt Flowers – 6 Pieces

· Blue Gingham Butterflies – 3 Pieces

· Blue Fun Butterflies – 4 Pieces

· Blue Washed Flowers – 6 Pieces

· Red Itsy Glitsy – 36+ Pieces

· Layered Felt Flowers – 6 Pieces

June Deal of the Month - $6.99 (225 Pieces!!!)

Patriotic Burst (Regular Price $19.00)

· Red Vintage Jewels – 12 Pieces

· White Vintage Jewels – 12 Pieces

· Blue Vintage Jewels – 12 Pieces

· Red Gradient Jewels – 76 Pieces

· Blue Gradient Jewels – 76 Pieces

· Red Gem Garden – 12 Pieces

· White Gem Garden – 12 Pieces

· Blue Polka Dot Brads – 6 Pieces

· Red Polka Dot Brads – 6 Pieces

· 18” Red Fancy Polka Dot Ribbon

I will be posting something with the Kit of the Month on 6/16 - will share with you then!

Have a fabulous weekend!

Care Nurture Grow

2011-06-01T02:00:00.000-07:00

Here is a shadowbox collage I created for my son's first grade teacher. Check out the details over on the Creative Charms Blog. Would highly recommend you follow over on the blog - new projects are posted every weekday.

Here are the details on the SVG Cuts files I used to create this collage.

Seeds & water can are from: My Happy Garden Hideaway

Oval frame is a freebie from 4/25/11
Grow Caption is a freebie from 3/20/11
Element in top right is a freebie from 5/5/11

Here are a few closeups:

Hope your Memorial Day weekend was a great one!

Tip of the Week - Make your own embossing folder

2011-05-29T08:27:00.000-07:00

Well - I have been wanted to do this for quite some time and finally did it! I must admit it took me a few times to get it right. I used the Cricut Embossing Folder Kit.

Step 1 - I set up the SVGs I wanted to use as my emboss. I used all “thank you” files from SVG Cuts. The embossing folder is 5.75 wide x 4.25 high and I came in about a 1/2 inch in from the edge.

Step 2 - Place the Cricut Embossing Sheet on the Cricut Mat and cut 2 times.

Step 3 - Peel off the entire sheet as one piece - a little tricky but it worked out for me.

Step 4 - Now here is the part I struggled with - I was peeling off the entire one side but you only peel off the negative area so that side is sticky and place the entire sheet on the left side of the blank embossing folder. Press this down firmly - they even recommend you run it thru the Cuttlebug to make sure it is sticking.

Step 5 - Take the backing off the positive side. When all done fold the folder up so those pieces adhere to the right side of the embossing folder.

Step 6 - Emboss away!

Here is a card I made with the “thank you” embossing folder. I've embossed using this about 20 times and it is still staying intact.

I used DCWV & AC Cardstock and Creative Charms Gradient Pearls along with a ribbon to accent.

If you decide to make your own embossing folder or if you have already done so please email me a photo - would love to share!

Hope you are enjoying your Memorial Day Weekend!

Wedding Time!

2011-05-27T17:17:00.001-07:00

Wedding time is fast approaching and so are the Wedding Invite Collages! Here is one I am calling “The Perfect Pair Collage”. This couple has a pear/pair theme for the wedding and I worked in two pears at the top. I also incorporated the flowers from the wedding - white orchids. I used silk flowers as an accent.

The SVG Cuts background I used is one of my favorites - From Memory Garden Design Page SVG Kit - Emblem Page. I also used a border from Rosie's Ribbon Strips SVG Collection.

Pears are from Harvest Hill SVG Collection.

I used Pearls & Vintage Pearl Brads from Creative Charms along with a ribbon to add to the collage.

Hope you have a great weekend!

Butterfly BDay Card

2011-05-26T01:15:00.000-07:00

Made a quick Birthday Card for a friend of our family. I started with the Premium Pop-Cards SVG Kit and cut the inside using AC Cardstock.

The outside is completed with the butterfly cut from SVG Cuts. It was a freebie from 3/31/10.

I finished off with some twine from the Twinery and Creative Charms Gradient Gems on the butterfly.

Thanks for stopping by ~ have a great day!

Punkin' Patch DT Call

2011-05-24T04:13:00.000-07:00

SVG Cuts is looking for stampers! Check out the DT Call for Punkin' Patch Stamps.

From their blog:“We are excited to announce that we are branching out into the world of stamping! Oh, but Punkin’ Patch Stamps won’t be your regular old stamp company. Of course conventional stampers will love our stamps, but we’ll also be designing our stamps with the personal cutting machine user in mind. That means stamps and SVG files that work together seamlessly!”

Follow Punkin’ Patch Stamps on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest updates! Coming this fall!

Floral ATCs

2011-05-23T17:12:00.000-07:00

I created this Floral ATC for the Swap over at the SVG Cuts Forum. How cool is it - one of these went to Cindy the whole way overseas in Germany and I got her beautiful ATC? Join in the next swap - it is a Patriotic Swap!

I used the hydrangea file from SVG Cuts Moonlight Garden Party, the stamp is from Pink By Design & added Creative Charms gradient gems to accent. I made the little folder SVG last time around.

Check out Cheryl’s Blog - she is expecting her first grandbaby and has a giveaway. She is a very talented paper crafter - stop by and congratulate her!

Grad Party Centerpiece

2011-05-21T14:03:00.000-07:00

I made some centerpieces for one of my coworkers. Used SVG Cuts files (of course!). Hot glued the pieces on to wooden skewers and inserted into my container.

The details:

Hat & Diploma are from Graduation Cards & Tags SVG Kit.

Diploma was also a freebie on 3/27/09. (did not include the ribbon)

Oval is a freebie from 4/25/11 & Class of 2011 is from the Graduation Cards & Tags SVG Kit.

And I just created some welded type for the school letters & year.

Let me know what you think & Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

SVG Cuts News

2011-05-19T17:36:00.000-07:00

SVG Cuts shared some exciting news last week. Two new designers are joining the team.

Welcome Fleurette!
Check out Fluerette's blog here.
Fleurette also has a FB page here.

& Welcome Kristen!
Kristen just started a blog - check it out here.
And here is Kristen's FB page.

These ladies are so creative - I am sure you will want to follow them for lots of inspiration.

Amy

The Perfect Embellishment

2011-05-17T02:00:00.000-07:00

Ever work on a project and look through your embellishments and say "Wow - that works perfect!"? That is what happened with my latest Wedding Invitation Collage.

The Creative Charms Vintage Velvet Poppies worked perfect with this collage. I added a paper flower behind the blue one to make it stand out. I also like using the Vintage Pearl Brads in White on these types of projects. They really are a nice accent to a formal piece.

The invite was a folder and cut the front with the couple's names embossed on it. I off-set it.

Here are a few closeups..

The scallop shape and strip at the bottom are from SVG Cuts. This project is featured on the Creative Charms Blog - stop by - there is a new project posted everyday by some very creative ladies.

Thanks for stopping by.

Gift Card Bouquets

2011-05-15T16:35:00.000-07:00

The homeroom mom of my son's class sent home a notice asking everyone to send in a gift card for a gift card bouquet. I volunteered to make the flowers and it was a really fun project!

I also made for a friend of mine who is a homeroom mom. 31 flowers in all :)

There are four types of flowers. For the first flower I used a freebie from SVG Cuts - from 1/21/10. Just weld the rose_bottom.svg to create a card to hold the gift card.

Opened view:

Second Flower is also a freebie from 4/14/10. I welded the center of the tulip and glued the edges. It is a little pocket.

The third & fourth flower uses elements from SVG Cuts 3D Mums & Fall Flowers SVG Kit.

Opened view:

Flowers are about 4" - big enough to fit a gift card. I finished these off with some inking, embossing and Creative Charms Embellishments. So if you are thinking about doing an end of school project for your teacher consider a Gift Card Bouquet!

Tip of the Week - Photoshop

2011-05-10T06:47:00.000-07:00

I created this Fall layout for the recent Creative Charms Blog Hop. I am not usually overly concerned and don't usually try to match my photos to the papers I pick out but on this one - they really clashed. So after creating the layout I am going to reprint my photos using a duotone effect in Photoshop. Thought I would share how to do this.
Step 1 - Open up your photo in Photoshop

Step 2 - Under Image/Mode Select Grayscale

Step 3 - Go back to Image/Mode and Select Duotone

Step 4 - It will bring up a box. I kept mine black and for my second color I picked a gold color. You change the color by clicking on the square of color. Play around with different options until you find a good color combination.

Here is my layout with the duotone photos in place:

Gives it a whole different look for sure! All the cuts on the page are from SVG Cuts and Embellishments from Creative Charms. Thanks for stopping by.

Mom’s Day Tag

2011-05-08T05:00:00.000-07:00

I made this tag for my Mom for Mother’s Day.

The butterfly and flower are from Creative Charms

The tag & I Love you Mom are from
SVG Cuts Mother’s Day Mega Pack SVG Kit.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Mother’s Day Cards

2011-05-06T14:00:00.000-07:00

Have you seen the latest collection from SVG Cuts?
It is Kate’s Silhouettes SVG Collection.

I had to make some quick cards for my sons’ Godmoms and this collection worked perfect.

Bling is from Creative Charms. Dot patterned paper is from Bo Bunny - Double Dot. Hope you have fun plans for Mom’s Day!

Tip of the Week - You Can Change

2011-05-05T03:00:00.000-07:00

This SVG is a freebie from 12/8/10 from SVG Cuts. I liked the owl but did not like the stern look on his face and did not need the scarf, branch or claws. I wanted a more “cutesy” owl for my Family Collage. So I made a few changes in SCAL (Sure Cuts Alot) and here is what I came up with:

Here is how I took the stern owl and made him cute:

Step 1 - Import the file called "brown.svg" and "darkbrown.svg". Other files are not needed.

Step 2 - Select the brown elements on the right and hit break apart. Then select & delete the cut out of the eyes and the claws.

Step 3 - Now you have all the elements you need. You just have to add some circles for the eyes using basic shapes.

Here is my final collage. You can see all the details on the SVG Cuts Site - under Amy’s Corner.

And here are a few closeups for your viewing pleasure :)

Hope this gives you some insight into making slight changes to suit your needs!

May Kit & Deal of the Month

2011-05-04T01:00:00.000-07:00

Check out the gorgeous Creative Charms Kit & Deal of the Month for May.

May Deal of the Month - $6.99

Sparkling Garden of Delight – 347 Pieces

· Amber Gradient Gem Stickers – 76 Pieces

· Blue Gradient Gem Stickers – 76 Pieces

· Pink Gradient Gem Stickers – 76 Pieces

· Assorted Gradient Pearl Stickers – 76 Pieces

· Light Purple Vintage Jewels – 12 Pieces

· Light Green Vintage Jewels – 12 Pieces

· Green Gradient Gem Brads – 9 Pieces

· Purple Gradient Gem Brads – 9 Pieces

· 18” Blue Fancy Polka Dot Ribbon

May Kit of the Month - $14.99

A Knitted Garden – 46 Pieces

· Knitted Strawberries – 3 Pieces

· Orange Countryside Garden – 6 Pieces

· Green Knitted Butterflies – 4 Pieces

· Blue Small Knitted Flowers – 9 Pieces

· Blue Blooming Garden – 12 Pieces

· Pink Blooming Garden – 12 Pieces

Have a great day!

Teacher Appreciation Day

2011-05-03T01:00:00.000-07:00

Did you know today is Teacher Appreciation Day? All the SVG Cuts Designers (including me) made some great gifts for Teachers. It was great working together on a common theme.

Check out Cheryl’s Project Here:

Here is a link to Cheryl’s Blog & FB Page.

Here is Tamara’s Project:

Here is a link to Tamara’s Blog & FB Page.

And Check Out Thienly’s Project Here:

This is Thienly’s Blog & FB Page

And Last but not least - My Teacher Project:

Hope these projects provide some inspiration for Teacher Appreciation Day or an End of School Year Project for your favorite teacher.

Just love designing for SVG Cuts & love working with these talented, awesome ladies!

Tip Tuesday is being moved to Tip Thursday this week - stop back for my SVG Tip of the Week.

Blog Hop Winner

2011-05-02T12:50:00.000-07:00

Congrats to “jengd”. You said:
“Cute stuff! The bag would be a great present and those bird houses are so springy!”

You are the winner of the goodies.

I will contact you for your address.
Hope everyone had fun hopping on Friday. I know I did!

Now I am off to pick a winner from my Facebook Page - join me on FB!

Have a great week!
Amy

Bowling Party

2011-05-01T10:13:00.000-07:00

Welcome to all my new followers! I'll be selecting the winner of my Creative Charms goodies tomorrow from the Blog Hop.

Well I had a late night last Friday night. SVG Cuts came out with a new collection called The Green Room SVG Kit. (it is the free kit with purchase of $9.98 or more - ends Tuesday May 3rd)

My son was having a bowling party on Saturday so I was busy cutting bowling elements on my Cricut!

Here he is with the party hat I made him:

And made some cupcake toppers for his special day:

He had a blast and so did all his friends! Stop back tomorrow for the winner and a Creative Charms project.

Creative Charms Blog Hop

2011-04-29T04:00:00.000-07:00

Hi, Welcome to my blog! Amy here and I am a Cricut/SCAL (Sure Cuts Alot) lover. I love Creative Charms and use them on almost every single project I create. I’ve been designing for CC since 2009. I also design for SVG Cuts & The Crop Shop.

Thought I would show how Creative Charms is great for every season.
Summer time fun with Creative Charms
Perfect for Fall Pages & Projects

Winter & Spring (I’ve shared these in the past, but a few of my favorites)
If you are participating in the Hop the secret word for the phrase is:
farewell
If you want to join in on the hop here is the run down:
Creative Charms – http://www.creative-charms.blogspot.com/
Kristal – http://www.kandrewdesigns.blogspot.com/
Amber – http://www.thecountryscrapper.blogspot.com/
Sandra – http://www.scrappinmomof1.blogspot.com/
Jan – http://www.papercraftpeasures.blogspot.com/
Laura – http://www.lauraachilles1.wordpress.com/
Diane – http://www.capadiadesigns.blogspot.com/
Jennifer H – http://www.jenniferhansenscrapgallery.blogspot.com/
Michelle – http://www.chengunation.blogspot.com/
Lisa – http://www.lisadorsey.blogspot.com/
Chris – http://www.workforscraps.blogspot.com/
Jamie – http://www.jamielanedesigns.blogspot.com/
You Are Here ----- Amy – http://www.aimitup.blogspot.com/
Jennifer Y – http://www.thepinkroom.typepad.com/
Trudy – http://www.truesgiftsfromtheheart.blogspot.com/
Ellen – http://www.scrapstampnmama.blogspot.com/
Joscie – http://www.cutchens.com/
Ilene – http://www.whatabunchofscrap.blogspot.com/
Midori – http://www.scrapsforme.blogspot.com/

I have some Creative Charms goodies to share with you! Just leave me a comment (with your email) and I’ll announce the winner May 2nd.
I also have goodies on my Facebook Page.
Now you are off to Jennifer Y’s Blog: http://www.thepinkroom.typepad.com/
I enjoyed working with everyone on the design team and look forward to working with the new designers too. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the rest of the hop!

More than Just a Wedding Invite Collage

2011-04-27T01:05:00.000-07:00

So for my latest Wedding Shadowbox I worked in a bunch of cool stuff...from the invite to the favors, a photo and the little owls that the bride & groom used as their theme for the their wedding.

All the details on the Creative Charms products I used are over on the Creative Charms Blog if you’d like to check them out.

I used SVGs from SVG Cuts for this project too.

A few closeups....

Thanks for stopping by!